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Prospectus, first edition

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consist of three documents produced by Ben Gadd pertaining to the first edition of his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Documents include planned content summaries for the book, as well as notes about potential audiences, retail prices and other related information. Ben's book is descri…
Date Range
1983
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 1
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 1
GMD
Textual record
Responsibility
Produced by Ben Gadd
Date Range
1983
Physical Description
0.5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consist of three documents produced by Ben Gadd pertaining to the first edition of his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Documents include planned content summaries for the book, as well as notes about potential audiences, retail prices and other related information. Ben's book is described using its original working title, "The Rocky Mountain Manual".
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Research
Publication
Geology
Natural history
Environment
Wildlife
Professional and Personal Life
Geographic Access
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions may apply
Language
English
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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Original manuscript sample pages

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/descriptions55937
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consist of textual excerpts from an original manuscript of Ben Gadd's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies.
Date Range
1984
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 3
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 3
GMD
Textual record
Responsibility
Produced by Ben Gadd
Date Range
1984
Physical Description
1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consist of textual excerpts from an original manuscript of Ben Gadd's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies.
Notes
Items in file are annotated with notes by Ben Gadd
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Research
Publication
Geology
Natural history
Environment
Wildlife
Professional and Personal Life
Geographic Access
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions may apply
Language
English
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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Publisher correspondence, first edition

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consist of correspondence between Ben Gadd and various publishing companies pertaining to his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Includes responses to publication inquiries made by Ben; potential rates for publication; printing samples; and an updated outline of the book for use in grant …
Date Range
1984
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 4
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 4
GMD
Textual record
Responsibility
Produced by Ben Gadd
Date Range
1984
Physical Description
2 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consist of correspondence between Ben Gadd and various publishing companies pertaining to his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Includes responses to publication inquiries made by Ben; potential rates for publication; printing samples; and an updated outline of the book for use in grant applications.
Notes
Items in file are annotated with notes by Ben Gadd
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Research
Publication
Geology
Natural history
Environment
Wildlife
Professional and Personal Life
Geographic Access
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions may apply
Language
English
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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Proofs and test pages

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/descriptions55985
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of sample pages and images from the second edition of Ben Gadd's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Materials in file were produced prior to the second edition's publication, and include accompanying notes by Ben Gadd.
Date Range
1995
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 85
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 85
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Responsibility
Prodced by Corax Press, Ben Gadd
Date Range
1995
Physical Description
1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of sample pages and images from the second edition of Ben Gadd's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies. Materials in file were produced prior to the second edition's publication, and include accompanying notes by Ben Gadd.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Publication
Research
Wildlife
Animals
Birds
Geology
History
Environment
Natural history
Guiding
Tourism
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Jasper
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of one VHS tape containing rough cut footage from an episode of "Signs of Nature" by the National Geographic Society. Ben Gadd appears in the video, discussing wildlife identification and antlers.
Date Range
1995
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 12
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Video
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
V810 / III : Professional records
Sous-Fonds
V810
Sub-Series
V810 / III / D : Other contracts and projects
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 12
GMD
Video
Published record
Responsibility
Produced by the National Geographic Society
Date Range
1995
Physical Description
1 VHS tape
Scope & Content
File consists of one VHS tape containing rough cut footage from an episode of "Signs of Nature" by the National Geographic Society. Ben Gadd appears in the video, discussing wildlife identification and antlers.
Notes
Ben Gadd appears 11 min. 15 sec. into video
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Environment
Wildlife
Elk
Television
Geographic Access
Canada
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
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The Canadian Rockies in One Hour with Ben Gadd

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of one VHS tape containing an episode of "Canadian Rockies in One Hour" published by CVTV, featuring Ben Gadd.
Date Range
1998
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 6
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Video
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
V810 / III : Published records
Sous-Fonds
V810
Sub-Series
V810 / III / D : Other contracts and projects
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 6
GMD
Video
Responsibility
Produced by CVTV, Shaw Cable
Date Range
1998
Physical Description
1 VHS tape
Scope & Content
File consists of one VHS tape containing an episode of "Canadian Rockies in One Hour" published by CVTV, featuring Ben Gadd.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Natural history
Science and technology
Environment
Geographic Access
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Science and technology
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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Geology Road Tours - field notes

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of field notes collected by Ben Gadd (including loose notes and two spiral notebooks) which were used in the creation of his book "Geology Road Tours". Content pertains to geological features throughout various regions of Alberta and the Canadian Rockies.
Date Range
2006
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 7
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / B : Other publications
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 7
GMD
Textual record
Date Range
2006
Physical Description
1.5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of field notes collected by Ben Gadd (including loose notes and two spiral notebooks) which were used in the creation of his book "Geology Road Tours". Content pertains to geological features throughout various regions of Alberta and the Canadian Rockies.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Research
Publication
Geology
Science and technology
Environment
Geographic Access
Canada
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Alberta
Canmore
Calgary
Jasper
Jasper National Park
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Science and technology
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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Grandmaison photography book introduction

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of one signed contract between Key Porter Books Limited and Verdant Pass Limited [owned and managed by Ben Gadd]. Contract pertains to the creation of an introductory section for use in a photography book titled "The Canadian Rockies" by Mike Grandmaison.
Date Range
2006
Reference Code
M590 / III / D / 3
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / III : Professional records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / III / D : Other contracts and projects
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / III / D / 3
GMD
Textual record
Responsibility
Contract produced by Key Porter Books Limited
Date Range
2006
Physical Description
0.1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of one signed contract between Key Porter Books Limited and Verdant Pass Limited [owned and managed by Ben Gadd]. Contract pertains to the creation of an introductory section for use in a photography book titled "The Canadian Rockies" by Mike Grandmaison.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Grandmaison, Mike
Subject Access
Publication
Research
Businesses
Photography
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Jasper
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
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HCR Info Files - HCR Rivers 2008

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of hydrometric data for various rivers in the Canadian Rockies which was compiled as part of the Water Survey of Canada in 2008. Includes annotations by Ben Gadd pertaining to data which he used to update information in his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies.
Date Range
2008
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 39 to 41
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 39 to 41
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Date Range
2008
Physical Description
5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of hydrometric data for various rivers in the Canadian Rockies which was compiled as part of the Water Survey of Canada in 2008. Includes annotations by Ben Gadd pertaining to data which he used to update information in his book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Publication
Research
Environment
Rivers
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Author's copy of Geology Road Tours

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of one author's copy of Ben Gadd's book, Geology Road Tours, which includes corrections and other annotations by the author.
Date Range
2008
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 59
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / B : Other publications
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 59
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Responsibility
Produced by Ben Gadd, Corax Press
Date Range
2008
Physical Description
3.5 cm of textual records : 1 volume ; 15.5 x 23 cm
Scope & Content
File consists of one author's copy of Ben Gadd's book, Geology Road Tours, which includes corrections and other annotations by the author.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Publication
Commercial products
Environment
Geology
Science and technology
Geography
Natural history
Travel
Roads
Map
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Exploration, discovery and travel
Natural resources
Science and technology
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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The Rockies: Naked Science

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of one DVD containing a published video titled "The Rockies: Naked Science". Content pertains to geology, fossils, plate tectonics and related subjects. Ben Gadd appears in the video discussing the physical formation of the Canadian Rockies.
Date Range
2008
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 19
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Video
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
V810 / III : Professional records
Sous-Fonds
V810
Sub-Series
V810 / III / D : Other contracts and projects
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / NV - 19
GMD
Video
Published record
Responsibility
Produced by Pioneer Film and TV Productions Ltd.
Date Range
2008
Physical Description
1 DVD
Scope & Content
File consists of one DVD containing a published video titled "The Rockies: Naked Science". Content pertains to geology, fossils, plate tectonics and related subjects. Ben Gadd appears in the video discussing the physical formation of the Canadian Rockies.
Notes
Ben Gadd appears in video at 9 min. 11 sec.; total running time 11 min. 50 sec.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Geology
Natural history
Mountains
Geological formation
Environment
Geographic Access
Canada
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
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Geology Road Tours - sample covers, page proofs

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of sample cover pages and interior pages of Ben Gadd's book, "Geology Road Tours". Pages are annotated with notes and corrections by Ben.
Date Range
2009
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 10
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / B : Other publications
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 10
GMD
Textual record
Date Range
2009
Physical Description
1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of sample cover pages and interior pages of Ben Gadd's book, "Geology Road Tours". Pages are annotated with notes and corrections by Ben.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Publication
Geology
Travel
Tourism
Environment
Geographic Access
Canada
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Alberta
British Columbia
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Exploration, discovery and travel
Environment
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of loose notes by Ben Gadd and quotes from Friesens publishing company pertaining to additional changes and corrections made in Ben's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies, in 2009.
Date Range
2009
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 88
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Published record
Textual record
Newspaper clipping
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / A / 88
GMD
Published record
Textual record
Newspaper clipping
Date Range
2009
Physical Description
0.2 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of loose notes by Ben Gadd and quotes from Friesens publishing company pertaining to additional changes and corrections made in Ben's book, Handbook of the Canadian Rockies, in 2009.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Publication
Commerce
Communications
Research
Wildlife
Professional and Personal Life
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Jasper
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Commerce and industry
Communications
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
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Operation Bow-Athabasca exhibit images

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of three compact discs containing a total of 38 JPG image files and 14 PDF files. Images were used in the creation of an exhibit titled "Operation Bow-Athabasca" at the Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre, which Ben Gadd contributed to in 2012. Some content from discs was also used i…
Date Range
2012
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / DF - 3 to 5
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Digital image
Photograph
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
V810 / III : Professional records
Sous-Fonds
V810
Sub-Series
V810 / III / D : Other contracts and projects
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
V810 / III / D / DF - 3 to 5
GMD
Digital image
Photograph
Responsibility
Images in file V810/III/D/DF-3 originally produced by Barry Corneil between 1965 and 1966.
Date Range
2012
Physical Description
3 CDs : 38 JPG files, 14 PDF files
Scope & Content
File consists of three compact discs containing a total of 38 JPG image files and 14 PDF files. Images were used in the creation of an exhibit titled "Operation Bow-Athabasca" at the Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre, which Ben Gadd contributed to in 2012. Some content from discs was also used in Ben's published book, also titled "Operation Bow-Athabasca". Images, exhibit and book pertain to a geological survey of the Canadian Rockies between Canmore and Jasper, including Banff National Park and the Columbia Icefields.
Notes
Contents of individual discs: V810 / III / D / DF - 3 : "Barry Corneil OBA pics '65-'66" [18 JPG files] V810 / III / D / DF - 4 : "PDFs of OBA panels 2012 Full-res, as imaged by West Canadian Graphics, May 2012" [14 PDF files] V810 / III / D / DF - 5 : "Operation Bow-Athabasca photos Ray Price collection" [20 JPG files]
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Corneil, Barry
Subject Access
Environment
Education
Research
Publication
Geology
Hiking
Natural history
Mountains
Glaciers
Museums
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Jasper National Park
Banff National Park
Icefields Parkway
Columbia Icefield
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Education
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
Fonds consists of materials pertaining to Ben Gadd's personal life and career as an environmental researcher, educator, interpretive guide, publisher, public speaker and author, ca.1956-2018. Fonds includes maps, research materials, publication notes/drafts, correspondence, contracts, photographs, …
Date Range
1956-2018
Reference Code
M590 / V810 / S61
Description Level
1 / Fonds
GMD
Digital image
Drawing
Negative
Newspaper clipping
Photograph
Photograph print
Postcard
Published record
Textual record
Video
Transparency
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
1 / Fonds
Fonds Number
M590
V810
Sous-Fonds
M590
V810
Accession Number
2021.20
2024.01
Reference Code
M590 / V810 / S61
GMD
Digital image
Drawing
Negative
Newspaper clipping
Photograph
Photograph print
Postcard
Published record
Textual record
Video
Transparency
Date Range
1956-2018
Physical Description
ca. 7.9 metres of textual records -- ca. 274 maps -- 29 VHS tapes -- ca.15 discs with digital files -- 21 cassettes -- photographs -- oversized materials -- USB stick with 15 sldeshows
History / Biographical
Ben Gadd (1946-) is a retired naturalist, guide, geologist, instructor, freelance writer and award-winning author based in the Canadian Rockies. Ben was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1946. He met his wife, Cia (Langdon) Gadd at Colorado College in 1965, and the couple married four weeks later. Ben and Cia had two sons, Will and Toby. Ben and his family relocated to Jasper in the late 1960s. Ben later attended the University of Lethbridge and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Earth Science in 1972. Between 1976 and 1980, Ben taught classes at Mount Royal College and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology; he later taught additional classes at Grant MacEwan College and Lakeland College. From 1981, Ben also worked as a seasonal naturalist/guide for Parks Canada. Ben left Parks Canada in 1985 to start an independent naturalist guiding business with Cia based in Jasper and other parts of the Canadian Rockies, which the couple continued to operate for over two decades. Ben published his best-known work, "Handbook of the Canadian Rockies", through his publishing company Corax Press in 1986. The second edition of "Handbook of the Canadian Rockies" received multiple awards after its release in 1995. Ben's fiction book, "Raven's End" won the title of Best Canadian Rockies Book at the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival in 2001 and became a Canadian bestseller. Overall, Ben has authored or co-authored 11 books and received nearly one dozen awards for his achievements as a writer, researcher and guide. Ben continued to lead guided hikes and school programs until his retirement in 2016.
Scope & Content
Fonds consists of materials pertaining to Ben Gadd's personal life and career as an environmental researcher, educator, interpretive guide, publisher, public speaker and author, ca.1956-2018. Fonds includes maps, research materials, publication notes/drafts, correspondence, contracts, photographs, video and sound recordings, and other related material. Materials donated in 2024 include one USB stick containing
Notes
Ben Gadd fonds arrangement: Series I : Personal records - Subseries A : Travel guides and maps - Subseries B : Education and early writings - Subseries C : Personal interest files - Subseries D : Other personal and collected Series II : Research and publication records - Subseries A : Handbook of the Canadian Rockies - Subseries B : Other publications Series III : Professional records - Subseries A : Parks Canada Records - Subseries B : Interpretive guiding - Subseries C : Teaching records - Subseries D : Other contracts and projects Series IV : Legal and financial records - Subseries A : Legal records - Subseries B : Financial records
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Gadd, Cia
Subject Access
Education
Research
Publication
Environment
Geology
Tourism
Family and personal life
Personal and Professional Life
Academics
Guiding
Guides
Businesses
Finances
Conservation
Wildlife
Natural history
Sports and recreation
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Jasper National Park
Banff National Park
Yoho National Park
Kootenay National Park
Lethbridge
United States of America
Colorado
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Copyright restrictions apply
Language
English
French
Dutch
Category
Education
Environment
Family and personal life
Sports, recreation and leisure
Title Source
Title based on contents of fonds
Processing Status
Processed / Unprocessed
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Geology Road Tours - research materials

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of various scientific journal articles which were collected and used as research materials by Ben Gadd during the creation of his book "Geology Road Tours". Articles pertain to Canadian and North American geological history, and related subjects.
Date Range
1956
1977-1979
1987-1988
1991
1993-2008
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 12 to 16
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / B : Other publications
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 12 to 16
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Date Range
1956
1977-1979
1987-1988
1991
1993-2008
Physical Description
9 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of various scientific journal articles which were collected and used as research materials by Ben Gadd during the creation of his book "Geology Road Tours". Articles pertain to Canadian and North American geological history, and related subjects.
Notes
Some items in file are annotated
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Research
Geology
Geological formation
Environment
Natural history
Geographic Access
Canada
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
This material is presented as originally created; it may contain outdated cultural descriptions and potentially offensive content. Read more.

Personal Interest Files

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
Sub-series consists of textual records and photographs collected by Ben Gadd. Content pertains to various research subjects, current events and other topics of interest, including: environmental science; wildlife; sports and recreation; Parks Canada; clubs, charities and organizations; natural hist…
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Reference Code
M590 / I / C
V810 / I / C
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Photograph
Print
Digital image
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M590
V810
Series
Series I : Personal records
Sous-Fonds
M590
V810
Sub-Series
Subseries C : Personal Interest Files
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / I / C
V810 / I / C
GMD
Textual record
Photograph
Print
Digital image
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Physical Description
ca.180 cm of textual records -- 5 CDs with digital image files -- 1 floppy disk -- ca.122 photograph prints : b&w and col. -- 2 negatives : b&w ; 6 x 7.5 cm -- 26 film strips : col. negatives ; 35 mm
Scope & Content
Sub-series consists of textual records and photographs collected by Ben Gadd. Content pertains to various research subjects, current events and other topics of interest, including: environmental science; wildlife; sports and recreation; Parks Canada; clubs, charities and organizations; natural history; and conservation.
Notes
Subjects are arranged alphabetically by title. Original titles and arrangement of materials by Ben Gadd has been preserved. See file-level descriptions for content details.
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Animals
Buildings
Buildings and facilities
Businesses
Boats
Climbing
Columbia Icefield
Community events
Community life
Conservation
Dams
Environment
Events
Forestry
Fishing
Flowers
Government
Geography
Geology
Hiking
History
Ice climbing
Land, settlement and immigration
Landscapes
Laws and legislation
Membership
Mining
Mountaineering
Municipal views
Natural history
Natural resources
Parks Canada
Politics and government
Property
Provincial parks and reserves
Recreation
Rivers
Science and technology
Settlement
Skiing
Snakes, Insects
Sports
Tourism
Townsite development
Trails
Transportation
Travel
Wildlife
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
United States of America
Rocky Mountains
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Commerce and industry
Environment
Exploration, discovery and travel
Government
Land, settlement and immigration
Law and justice
Natural resources
Politics
Science and technology
Sports, recreation and leisure
Transportation
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
This material is presented as originally created; it may contain outdated cultural descriptions and potentially offensive content. Read more.

Personal Interest Files - "Federation of Alberta Naturalists" to "Green Party"

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of personal interest materials, including newspaper clippings, research articles, loose notes, and other textual records collected by Ben Gadd. Materials are arranged alphabetically by subject title.
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Reference Code
M590 / I / C / 57 to 70
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Newspaper clipping
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / I : Personal records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / I / C : Personal Interest Files
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / I / C / 57 to 70
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Newspaper clipping
Responsibility
Compiled by Ben Gadd
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Physical Description
12 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of personal interest materials, including newspaper clippings, research articles, loose notes, and other textual records collected by Ben Gadd. Materials are arranged alphabetically by subject title.
Notes
Contents of individual folders in file: M590 / I / C / 57 : Federation of Alberta Naturalists M590 / I / C / 58 : Firesmart, Forestwise M590 / I / C / 59 : Fishing, Boats M590 / I / C / 60 : Flanagan, Rory M590 / I / C / 61 : Forest Fires M590 / I / C / 62 to 63 : Four Mountain Parks and Waterton [Files 1 and 2 of 2] M590 / I / C / 64 : Four Mountain Parks Planning Review, Other M590 / I / C / 65 : Free Trade, GATT, NAFTA M590 / I / C / 66 : Friends of Wells Gray Park M590 / I / C / 67 : Grassi Lakes Geology M590 / I / C / 68 : GSC M590 / I / C / 69 : Global Warming M590 / I / C / 70 : Green Party
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Sports and recreation
Tourism
National parks and reserves
Government
Wildlife
Conservation
Environment
Geology
Fires
Fishing
Natural history
Politics
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Jasper
Waterton
Grassi Lake
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Government
Natural resources
Sports, recreation and leisure
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
This material is presented as originally created; it may contain outdated cultural descriptions and potentially offensive content. Read more.

Personal Interest Files - "Guitar" to "Living in the Snow"

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of personal interest materials, including newspaper clippings, research articles, loose notes, and other textual records collected by Ben Gadd. Materials are arranged alphabetically by subject title.
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Reference Code
M590 / I / C / 71 to 83
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Newspaper clipping
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
V810
S61
Series
M590 / I : Personal records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / I / C : Personal Interest Files
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / I / C / 71 to 83
GMD
Textual record
Published record
Newspaper clipping
Responsibility
Compiled by Ben Gadd
Date Range
[ca.1980-2015]
Physical Description
12 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File consists of personal interest materials, including newspaper clippings, research articles, loose notes, and other textual records collected by Ben Gadd. Materials are arranged alphabetically by subject title.
Notes
Contents of individual folders in file: M590 / I / C / 71 : Guitar M590 / I / C / 72 : "Grizzlies Need Friends, Too" M590 / I / C / 73 : Heli-Hiking M590 / I / C / 74 : Hemp M590 / I / C / 75 : Horses M590 / I / C / 76 : Icefield Centre Redevelopment M590 / I / C / 77 : Interpretation Canada M590 / I / C / 78 : JPC Expansion, Other CP Hotel M590 / I / C / 79 : Jasper Environmental Association M590 / I / C / 80 : Jasper Management Plan Forum M590 / I / C / 81 : JNP Issues - Not Tours M590 / I / C / 82 : Jeeps, ATVs, etc. M590 / I / C / 83 : Kananaskis Country"
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Subject Access
Sports and recreation
Tourism
National parks and reserves
Wildlife
Horses
Bears
Conservation
Environment
Hiking
Winter
Guiding
Hotels
Natural resources
Music
Organizations
Community events
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Jasper
Kananaskis
Jasper National Park
Icefields Parkway
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Government
Natural resources
Sports, recreation and leisure
Title Source
Original title used
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
This material is presented as originally created; it may contain outdated cultural descriptions and potentially offensive content. Read more.

Geology Road Tours - drafts

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Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Scope & Content
File consists of several draft copies of Ben Gadd's book, "Canadian Rockies: Geology Road Tours". Drafts were produced between December 2007 and July 2008. Includes drafts edited by Ben's wife, Cia, and a sample bound copy printed by Friesens printing company, June 2008.
Date Range
2007-2008
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 17 to 23
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Part Of
Ben Gadd fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M590
S61
V810
Series
M590 / II : Research and publication records
Sous-Fonds
M590
Sub-Series
M590 / II / B : Other publications
Accession Number
2021.20
Reference Code
M590 / II / B / 17 to 23
GMD
Textual record
Responsibility
Produced by Ben and Cia Gadd
Date Range
2007-2008
Physical Description
27 cm of textual records : 7 volumes
Scope & Content
File consists of several draft copies of Ben Gadd's book, "Canadian Rockies: Geology Road Tours". Drafts were produced between December 2007 and July 2008. Includes drafts edited by Ben's wife, Cia, and a sample bound copy printed by Friesens printing company, June 2008.
Notes
Contents of individual files: M590 / II / B / 17 : Draft, December 2007 M590 / II / B / 18 to 19 : "Cia's First Edit", April 2008 M590 / II / B / 20 : Draft, June 2008 M590 / II / B / 21 to 23 : "Final Draft" copies, July 2008
Name Access
Gadd, Ben
Gadd, Cia
Subject Access
Geology
Publication
Travel
Research
Environment
Natural history
Transportation
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Reproduction Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
Category
Environment
Exploration, discovery and travel
Transportation
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
This material is presented as originally created; it may contain outdated cultural descriptions and potentially offensive content. Read more.

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